What is 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film used for?
Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film helps to protect intact or damaged skin from irritation caused by urine and/or fecal incontinence, digestive fluids, wound drainage, adhesives, and friction. The film is colorless, transparent, and possesses good oxygen and moisture vapor permeability.
What is No Sting Barrier Spray used for?
Indications. SECURA No-Sting Barrier Film forms a protective, waterproof barrier which acts as a protective interface between the skin and bodily wastes, fluids, adhesive dressings, drainage tubes, external catheters and around ostomy sites.
How do you use a no sting barrier?
General Directions for use with EarBuddies
- Skin should be clean and dry prior to application of Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film.
- Hold spray nozzle 10-15 centimetres from skin and apply a smooth, uniform coating of film over the entire area that will be in contact with the EarBuddies splints and adhesive tapes.
How do you remove Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film?
How should I remove Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film? There is no need to remove – it will wear off naturally. If removal is required, the application and immediate removal of an adhesive tape, such as 3M™ Micropore™ Surgical Tape, will remove the film. Standard medical adhesive removers may also be used.
Can Cavilon be used on an open wound?
Q: Can this product be used on open skin? A: Yes, the product is non-stinging, and non-cytotoxic (meaning it will not interfere with healing). However, Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film may not adhere adequately if the dermis is exposed and the affected area is weeping.
Can you put cavilon on broken skin?
Cavilon no sting barrier film is indicated for use on intact and broken skin to protect the skin from contact with bodily fluids and to prevent further breakdown.
How often should you apply barrier cream?
Normally, it should be re-applied every 48 to 72 hours (or every 2 to 3 days). If used for adhesion protection re-apply after every dressing or tape change. For severe incontinence or when skin is broken, reapply every 12 – 24 hours.
Can Cavilon spray be used on burns?
This medication is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (such as diaper rash, skin burns from radiation therapy).
Can you use cavilon spray on broken skin?
Does cavilon heal skin?
Recommended and used by medical professionals, Cavilon Barrier Cream has been specifically designed to help protect and repair the skin of anyone suffering from incontinence. It builds an invisible, durable barrier for your skin, saving it from damage and helping damaged skin to heal naturally.